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Cytochalasin B

Chemical Properties

Formula

C29H37NO5

Formula Weight

479.61

Form

Powder

Melting point

218-221°

Storage & Sensitivity

Store at -20°C.

Solubility

Freely soluble in DMF, DMSO or ethanol at room temperature

Applications

Cytochalasin B is used for characterizing some of the polymerization properties of actin, and in studies on cytokinesis. Probe for the two hexose-transport systems in rat L6 myoblasts. And induces DNA fragmentation, inhibits cell division, and disrupts many cell processes. Inhibits glucose transport.

GHS Hazard and Precautionary Statements

Fatal if swallowed. Fatal in contact with skin. Fatal if inhaled. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.

Precautionary Statements:
P301+P310a-P304+P340-P320-P330-P405-P501a

IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Specific treatment is urgent (see label). Rinse mouth. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.